Crew Hayes
Garland
Summary
Driven legal assistant with 5 years of experience at McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P, adept in public finance law and client communication. Proven ability to manage complex legal documents and maintain confidentiality while fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in billing and invoicing, with a commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering exceptional support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
06.2021 - 10.2025
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, and other important dates.
- Managed accounts and contracts with clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Responded to client inquiries, providing accurate legal advice and offering assistance.
- Prepared, indexed and developed exhibits for the legislation programs administered by the Texas Water Development Board
- Reviewed, edited and proofread litigation
- Uploaded data into the Municipal Advisory Counsel of Texas for review and pre-processing.
- Prioritized and handled multiple assignments and maintained firm commitment to deadlines.
- Assisted with preparation of materials and documents for monthly and yearly Bond Sale meetings.
- Managed invoices, accounts payable and receivable information.
- Transcribed information from typed or handwritten notes, shorthand or dictation and confirmed accuracy and correct formatting of documents.
- Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Prepared and processed invoices for attorney billing.
- Communicated professionally with clients, colleagues and legal partnership verbally and in writing.
- Produced and filed various legal documents and electronically preserved updated case record system.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
Private Nanny
Personal Employer
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
Student Assistant
Child Development Research Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
AmeriCorps Member
AMERICORPS Equal Heart
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted in preparing and distributing 800 meals a day to children at community centers and parks
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Junior Legal Secretary / Relief Receptionist
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Diligently edited legal correspondence for grammar and formatting
- Provided clerical support to all company employees
- Greeted incoming visitors and clients and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered multi-line phone system and directed incoming calls to appropriate parties.
Intern
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Verified proper distribution of incoming mail to correct individuals and departments.
- Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination.
- Scanned, converted, and organized records into electronic format with consistent naming convention.
- Answered and directed calls using multi-line switchboard.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05-2020
Skills
- Public Finance Law
- Tax Law
- Legal terminology
- Legal/Court processes
- Notary public
- Client communication
- Billing and invoicing
- Legal document preparation and filing
- Database and file management
- Task prioritization
- Calendar management
Timeline
Legal Assistant
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
06.2021 - 10.2025
Private Nanny
Personal Employer
07.2020 - 05.2021
Student Assistant
Child Development Research Center
08.2019 - 04.2020
AmeriCorps Member
AMERICORPS Equal Heart
05.2019 - 08.2019
Junior Legal Secretary / Relief Receptionist
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
05.2017 - 08.2017
Intern
McCall, Parkhurst & Horton L.L.P
06.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Human Sciences
Texas Tech University